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Mountain adventures create the best stories, and we want to share some of ours with you. Dive into Alpenglow Stories to stay up to date on expeditions in the field, read blogs, and get tips and tricks from guides.

Front Desk Position Now Available

Looking for an opportunity in the outdoor industry? Alpenglow Expeditions is looking to expand its office team this winter season! We are looking for someone who is hardworking and passionate…
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Glen Poulsen’s Tips and Tricks for Spring Touring

As we transition into the spring skiing month’s here in Tahoe (with a few intermittent powder dumps, we hope!),  a few words of wisdom from a local legend and one…
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So, you want to be a backcountry skier?

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Before and After the AIARE 1: The Backcountry Series

Written by Isaac Laredo Friends don’t let friends teach each other how to backcountry ski because it’s an environment that can be unforgiving to the school of Knox style. We…
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Backcountry Skiing in Chile with Sydney Duncan

  Sydney Duncan spends her winters in Tahoe as a ski guide and AIARE Avalanche Course instructor. In summer, she migrates north, alpine guiding in the Cascades. This September, she’s…
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Backcountry Tips from our Guides

We may love skiing pow at Alpenglow, but we LOVE backcountry safety even more. We asked our guide team to give us one of their favorite backcountry safety tips, check it out:  …
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private backcountry ski guiding in lake tahoe with professional mountain guides

What are Backcountry Ski Touring Bindings?

The time has come. You’re ready to leave the boundaries of the resort and venture out into the world of backcountry ski touring. We couldn’t be more stoked for you!…
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Backcountry Ski Touring Boots vs Downhill Resort Boots

  So you’re wanting to start backcountry skiing? Before you click into your skis and head out, you should go over what equipment you’ll need to make sure you’re properly…
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AIARE Avalanche Courses Go Digital

COVID-19 Brings Changes to AIARE Avalanche Courses We are pleased to announce a new format for teaching AIARE 1 & AIARE 2 avalanche courses effective upcoming 20/21 winter season. While…
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Choosing your Ice Axe

  Part 2: If you grab your crampons, chances are you’ll want an ice axe too. {Read Part 1:  How to Pick Crampons} Ice Axes and Crampons often go hand…
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